High Protein Cucumber Salad
A refreshing and nutritious salad combining cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and protein-packed quinoa or chickpeas, perfect for lunch or dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or chickpeas
- 1/4 cup feta cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (like parsley or dill) for garnish
Instructions
- Combine the diced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cooked quinoa or chickpeas in a large bowl.
- Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything to combine.
- Sprinkle feta on top along with fresh herbs before serving, if using.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later enjoyment.
Notes
Use fresh veggies for the best flavor and crunch. Swap quinoa for chickpeas or omit feta for a vegan option.
Find it online: https://www.zaynkitchen.com/high-protein-cucumber-salad/